The Teachers discuss Bill’s scouting and scatting techniques and what the guys are thankful for this Thanksgiving. Later, substitute teacher Gym Smith (Scott Aukerman) returns to share some big news!

The Teachers discuss being in hair denial, the lunchroom protests and the new player on Hamilton’s basketball team. Then James Doody Dench (Adal Rifai) stops by to share how he teaches his humilities class. 

The Teachers discuss their recent wins, losses and Todd’s upcoming worst-selling memoir. They also get ready for the global warming-themed winter formal, which is coming soon! Later, choir director Carol Grotski (Natalie Palamides) stops by to talk about the rock songs she’s writing for the Jewish play and her signature musical flourishes. 

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The Teachers discuss the theme to this year’s winter formal dance and Bill’s vast game show history. Later, art teacher Mr. Lennon (Jon Gabrus) stops by to share how his wild military background inspires his artwork.

The Teachers discuss Todd’s “original” poems, throwing a Halloween rager at Howard’s place and revisit Bill’s hair. Then, Mitra Jouhari stops by to talk about her new podcast Urgent Care and gives the teachers some very honest advice.

The Teachers discuss Todd’s new love interest and Sam’s scream therapy session. Later, sex ed teacher Amanda Dink (Jessica Jean Jardine) stops by to give The Teachers some much needed advice. 

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The Teachers discuss Howard becoming friends with cool kids and Bill’s toe ring collection. Later, Greta Titelman stops by to discuss working at Intermix in high school, her prom story and they all sing Respect!

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The Teachers discuss Todd flushing Howard down the toilet, Bill’s Doubletime Show, and Sam becoming Pumpkin Spiced. Then, famous Hamilton alumnus Matty B (Matt Besser) stops by to promote his new special Pot Humor and address his issues with The Teachers.

The Teachers listen to Howard’s self-tape commercial audition and discuss side jobs. Later, Jackie Redbone (Carl Tart) stops by the studio to talk about providing lavatories for the Fall Festival. 

The Teachers discuss Howard’s El Pollo Loco, share some updates on their first week back at Hamilton and heckle a ribbon cutting ceremony. Then, the guys interview their first famous person on the show — D’Arcy Carden. D’Arcy talks about going to high school in the Bay Area, almost plays Fake First, Fake Last and does a table read of Todd’s play. 

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After exploring several career paths, hosts Bill Cravy, Howard Levi’s, Todd Padre and Sam Weatherman return to their roots at Hamilton High School. The Teachers fill in listeners on their pasts and discuss their future goals at Hamilton. Later, A.P. P.E. Teacher Original Fig (Paul F. Tompkins) stops by to discuss secret knocks, Student on Wire and takes a very special test. 

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The Teacher’s Lounge is coming to Earwolf September 18th! Your favorite hosts return to their roots at Hamilton High School to talk to some of your favorite and new characters. They’ll also explore interviewing guests who aren’t in character about their high school experiences. 

Stay tuned to hear more on September 18th!

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Things aren’t looking too good for the teachers. Mr. Levi’s questions his relationship with El Chapo, Mr. Weatherman’s “Big Nightmare” is only getting bigger, Mr. Cravy had a mishap with a performance enhancing drug, and Mr. Padre’s got a gun. They’re joined by the richest person in town, Lana Suds, to discuss how to stay grounded when you’ve got everything you could ever want.

The guys have had a very rough week — some of Sam’s students have a complete mental breakdown and end up in “The Danger Zone”, Howard leans on a risky partnership to achieve his goals for the paper, Mr. Cravy falls back on familiar habits after his golden boy trackstar, Cheetahman, is exposed, and Todd finds himself head over heels for a mute masseuse named Steve. The teachers are joined by middle-aged student, Barbara Tasty to discuss what it’s like being decades older than your classmates and her unique prom experience.